Registered Nurse (RN), Medical-Surgical

Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Surgical Job Type: Flex | 0.6‑0.9 FTE or 48‑72 hours per week | Night/Day Shift (Nights Primary) Schedule: 12‑hour shifts, Christmas even years plus every 3rd weekend About the Team Our Medical‑Surgical (Med‑Surg)/ICU unit is an acute‑care department where nurses provide care to patients of all ages with a wide range of medical conditions, including those recovering from surgery. This fast‑paced environment emphasizes comprehensive, patient‑centered care, ongoing patient and family education, and efficient discharge planning to support safe transitions of care. How You'll Contribute Develop and implement a patient‑focused nursing plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family. Care for patients in accordance with established best practices. Document patient care given. Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate to the care team, physician, patient, and family. Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. Collaborate across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral, and spiritual/psychosocial support needs. Evaluate learning needs of patient and/or family and provide patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances. Advocate for the physical and emotional well‑being of the patient. Maintain the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Use and disclose only that information that is necessary to perform the function of the job. Contribute to and assist in maintaining a pleasant patient environment in a safe and orderly manner. Perform other job duties as assigned. Benefits Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees. Financial protection and PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off. Career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match. Employee well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs). Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Qualifications Current Michigan RN license (or attain within 90 days of hire). Associate degree from an accredited nursing school (bachelor’s degree preferred). Basic Life Support certification (available upon hire). One year of medical‑surgical experience preferred. Annual influenza vaccination or documented declination required. Equal Employment Opportunity UP Health System - Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lifepoint Health®